HYDE

Does anyone know anything about the Leica 8x42 BA? Are they an old discontinued model, if so how long ago? I have found a website that is selling these new for $627.95. I know Leica are top of the line, and was needing to know if there was something wrong with these. I am unable to find anything on their site about them. All I can find are the 8x42 BN. Any info is greatly appreciated. Here is the link: http://www.cambridgeworld.com/detail.php?item_id=2391

Thanks in Advance,

Hyde